A fungal skin infection happens when a fungus (such as yeast or mold) grows and creates a reaction on your skin surface.

Signs and Symptoms of Yeast Infection A yeast infection may occur in any part of your body where yeast might be present. Your mouth, throat, and vagina are common areas where yeast infections can ...

Below, Palm explains how they differ. Thrush symptoms Thrush is a yeast infection caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida albicans, commonly affecting the vagina or mouth.